Help me give my students spark,creativity and real world skills with a classroom laser engraver.
$1,705 goal
This project expired on August 2, 2025.
This project expired on August 2, 2025.
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
I’m passionate about bringing STEM to life in the classroom and empowering students to become creators, not just consumers. We currently explore hands-on learning through 3D printing and robotics, and I’m excited to expand our toolkit with laser engraving. From personalized designs to practical projects and creative crafts, laser engraving opens up endless opportunities for students to apply their ideas in tangible, meaningful ways. It’s another powerful step toward fostering innovation, design thinking, and real-world problem solving.
"In the hands of a student, a laser engraver becomes more than a tool—it becomes a voice for innovation " — J Martinez, STEM Educator.
We chose the Glowforge Aura for this project because it’s a reliable and cost effective option from a trusted company. The carbon filter is especially important for classroom use, ensuring a safe and clean environment for students.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
750 students impacted
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Glowforge Aura Laser Engraver and Cutter Machine, DIY Project & Craft Laser (6000 mW, Class I Laser Device) Cutter, Compatible with Mac and PC
• Amazon Business
$999.00
1
$999.00
Glowforge Craft Laser Filter - Compatible with Aura and Spark - With Activated Carbon Filters - No Need to Window Vent
• Amazon Business
$399.00
1
$399.00
Materials cost
$1,398.00
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$20.97
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,448.97
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$255.70
Total project goal
$1,704.67
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